He has since launched another album, Beautiful News, and continues to write many more popular songs such as You Never Let Go and Shine.
Songfacts states that Redman's eighth album 10,000 Reasons, was co-written with several of his friends. He then recorded the songs live in Atlanta, leading worship for over 1,000 worship leaders during LIFT: A Worship Leader Collective, put on by Passion City Church and sixstepsrecords on February 18 and 19, 2011. It sold nearly 7,000 units its first week in the US, almost doubling Redman's previous album release We Shall Not Be Shaken. The LP entered the Billboard 200 at #66, his biggest debut to date.
friend of the sinners
Matt Redman Lyrics
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there is a song that must be sung;
there is a name that must be lifted high.
There is a treasure more than gold,
there is a King upon the throne;
there is One whose praise will fill the skies.
His name is Jesus,
Jesus, Jesus,
Friend of mine.
There is a peace that calms our fears,
there is a love stronger than death;
there is a hope that goes beyond the grave.
There is a friend who won't let go,
there is a heart that beats for You;
there is One name by which we are saved.
bridge:
When I was captive fears,
You were the One who came to me,
You set met free.
The lyrics of Matt Redman's song "Friend of the Sinners" speak of the great and unfailing love of Jesus Christ for His people. The song begins by acknowledging the importance of the voice of Jesus Christ that must be heard, and the song that must be sung. This is an allusion to the message of hope and love that Jesus Christ brought to the world, and which continues to be proclaimed by His followers today. The song also speaks of the name of Jesus Christ that must be lifted high, as He is the Savior of the world and the only one who can offer eternal life.
The lyrics also mention the treasure more valuable than gold which refers to the salvation of the soul. Moreover, the song highlights Jesus as the King who reigns on the throne, whose praise fills the sky. It reminds us that Jesus Christ is more than just a friend or Savior, but He is also the Lord of all. Continuing with the theme of friendship, the song refers to Jesus Christ as the "Friend of sinners," one whose love and grace extend to those who are in need of redemption. He is the friend who won't let go, and the heart that beats for each one of us.
The bridge of the song expresses gratitude to Jesus Christ for setting the captive free. The fears that once held the singer captive have been released, thanks to the love and mercy of Jesus Christ. The song reminds us that Jesus came to save us from our sins, to heal us from our hurts, and to give us hope that extends beyond the grave. Overall, the song is an invitation to all to come and experience the love, peace, and hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a voice that must be heard,
It is essential that we listen to this particular voice.
there is a song that must be sung;
It is essential that we sing this particular song.
there is a name that must be lifted high.
It is essential that we lift this particular name high.
There is a treasure more than gold,
There is something more valuable than gold.
there is a King upon the throne;
There is a King who is currently on the throne.
there is One whose praise will fill the skies.
There is someone who will receive so much praise that it will fill the skies.
His name is Jesus,
The name of this important person is Jesus.
Friend of sinners,
He is a friend to those who sin.
Jesus, Jesus,
His name is Jesus and it's worth repeating.
Friend of mine.
He's not just a friend of sinners, but also a friend of mine.
There is a peace that calms our fears,
A particular peace will calm our fears.
there is a love stronger than death;
A particular love is stronger than death.
there is a hope that goes beyond the grave.
A particular hope extends beyond the grave.
There is a friend who won't let go,
There's a friend who will never let go.
there is a heart that beats for You;
There's a heart that beats for the listener.
there is One name by which we are saved.
There is a particular name by which we are saved.
bridge:
This is the bridge of the song.
When I was captive fears,
The singer was once held captive by their fears.
You were the One who came to me,
Jesus is the one who came to the rescue.
You set me free.
Jesus set the singer free.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: MATT REDMAN
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